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Goshen Ends Warsaw Baseball Season

ELKHART -ÊThe Warsaw Tigers ended their season Saturday after falling to Goshen 7-4 in the championship game of the Elkhart Memorial Sectional. After sending three up and three down in the top of the first, Warsaw took the field against Goshen.The first three Redskin batters got hits, and after scoring one run, Goshen had runners at first and second with no outs. Warsaw's Jon Walmer turned a double play to eliminate two Goshen runners and cleanly fielded a ground ball from the next batter to end the inning. Warsaw then capitalized on Goshen errors in the second to take over the lead.Joe Stanley and Zach Nelson walked to give the Tigers runners on first and second with two outs.Then Don Kennedy stepped to the plate and hit a single, and an error by the right fielder allowed Stanley cross the plate for the first Warsaw run.
Jen Gibson, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

IU Recruits Escape With 102-101 Win

While much of the basketball world was in debate over what the Chicago Bulls would choose to do with the first pick in Wednesday night's NBA draft, an estimated 350 fans at Warsaw Community High School watched three current and one former Tiger player, as well as other local players, as they went toe to toe with three recruits for next fall's Indiana University team. And they were with them almost every step of the way. Team Indiana, coached by Tim Knight, the son of IU coach Bob Knight, was forced to connect on two free throws with three seconds remaining in the second of two 20-minute halves to bring home the 102-101 victory.
DALE HUBLER, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

Conservative, Liberal Lines Blurred

A rather lively debate erupted in the newsroom earlier this week over the Federal Communication Commission's fine against Clear Channel Communications. The FCC proposed a $755,000 fine against Clear Channel for a radio show that was deemed a little too obscene for the public airwaves. The material aired as part of shock jock "Bubba the Love Sponge's" show on a Tampa, Fla., radio station. Bubba has been in hot water before over his antics on the radio, which, it's only fair to say, made him No.1 in pretty much every market he's worked. That says a lot about our culture right there. (On a side note, Bubba, 39, is a Warsaw Community High School graduate.In his WCHS days, he was known as Todd Clem.) We won't get into the content of the show.Suffice to say that if it triggered the largest fine in the history of the FCC, it was probably a little raunchy.
GARY GERARD, Times-Union Managing Editor- | July 28, 2016

Pets Not Always Best Presents For Christmas

For a Christmas present, some parents like to give their children a pet. On Christmas Day, that may not be a wise choice. "I think a lot of people do (give pets for Christmas).We try to discourage them from getting them and giving them on Christmas Day," said Debbie Swihart, manager of Paws and Claws & Co. She said there's so much excitement going on Christmas Day already that it's not an ideal situation for a new pet in the household.It is better, she said, to give the pet before or after the holiday. If a parent does decide to give a pet for Christmas, there are many considerations a parent should think about. "If you get a dog, and especially if it's a puppy, you need to make sure you're around.For a dog, you need to have a fenced in area so it's not tied up all the time," Swihart said."You got to make sure you can take care of it." She said raising a puppy is like raising a baby.There are steps to go through, from potty-training to obedience.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Syracuse Passes Whistle Ban

SYRACUSE - For better or worse, the Syracuse Town Council approved a train whistle ban ordinance Tuesday by a vote of 3 to 2 after months of heated discussion. Voting for the ordinance were councilmen Bill Cutter, Carol Koble and Paul Stoelting.Voting against the ordinance were Bill Hane and Barbara Carwile. According to town manager Brian Redshaw, there are several steps left before the train whistles will stop blowing in the town.First, the ordinance will be transmitted to the Indiana Department of Transportation.INDOT will then ask the town for a petition and more information.After the town compiles the petition and information, they will be sent back to INDOT.An engineering study will be conducted by INDOT to determine if a whistle ban is in the best interest of the town. The ordinance itself allows for the blowing of whistles if an apparent emergency exists or at a crossing that does not have an automatic train-activated warning signal.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Local Politicos Discuss Florida Recount

While the presidential election still hangs in the balance, Americans are taking sides, often along party lines. Locally, the chairmen of both political parties gave their insights on what's occurring in Florida and in the country today. On the overall situation, Frances Head, Kosciusko County Democrat Party chairwoman, said, "I don't think the mistakes should have been made to begin with....How the outcome is going to be, I don't know." Mike Miner, Kosciusko County Republican Party chairman, attorney and one of Indiana's 12 electors, said that with George W.Bush ahead of Al Gore by approximately 327 votes, "my guess is that Bush is now going to win the vote."As to whether or not the courts will step in, he said, "I doubt it." Several lawsuits pending in Florida are contesting the results of the election because they claim the design of the ballot was confusing and many people who voted for Pat Buchanan actually meant to vote for Al Gore.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw HS Freshman Takes State Golf Title

FRANKLIN -ÊWarsaw freshman Emily Johnson reached into her bag and stepped out on the practice putting green to take a few swings at the Legends of Indiana Golf Course Saturday. Thing was, Johnson had finished her 18-hole second round at the girls golf state finals nearly an hour earlier. All Johnson's hard work paid off later Saturday afternoon when she was crowned the Indiana state champion with her two-day total score of 148.She finished the two-day match four strokes ahead of North Decatur's Angela Gauck's 152.
JEN GIBSON, Times-Union Sports Editor- | July 28, 2016

Local Residents Give Views On Clinton Scandal

National opinion polls continually say that the American people deplore the actions of President Bill Clinton - but like the job he's doing. A two-thirds majority believe Clinton should remain in office regardless of the findings by Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr. The pollsters evidently haven't made any calls to the Warsaw area, however. A non-scientific, random sampling of opinions of area residents taken Wednesday shows a marked difference from what national pollsters are finding. Ten residents - five men and five women - were asked their opinions on the president's troubles.Eight said he should be removed from office, either through resignation or impeachment.None said he is setting a good example or providing moral leadership for the country. Dan Osbeck said he's less concerned about the Presidents sexual habit - or who his partners are - but it's the judgment he used in where chose to practice those habits that concerns him.
DAVID A. BEALL, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Glen Terrace Owner Fails To Begin Repairs

John Call, the owner of condemned Glen Terrace Apartments, Walter Way, Warsaw, failed to comply with Warsaw building inspectors yet again.Call is scheduled to appear at the Warsaw Code Enforcement Hearings July 17. Only two weeks ago, the complex was on its way to compliance with city codes. Warsaw Building Inspector and Assistant Building Commissioner Pam Kennedy condemned the last two buildings of the complex June 21.Kennedy, fire safety inspector Michael Wilson, building commissioner Gene Oliver, representative from USDA Rural Development Dan Hughes and Call, Syracuse, met June 23 (along with Warsaw Fire Chief Matt Warren, Indianapolis housing coordinator John Young, USDA Rural Development manager Enzley Mitchell, Indianapolis) to discuss construction plans for the 40-unit complex.
LAURA SLOOP, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

County Approves $19.3 Million Building Contract

For a base amount of $19.351 million, the Justice Building expansion construction contract was awarded Tuesday by the Kosciusko County Commissioners to Weigand Construction Co., Fort Wayne. Tom Thomas, of Schenkel Schultz, architects for the project, presented the recommendation to the commissioners. "We're very, very happy with the bids," Thomas said.He said they anticipated the bids would be over budget because of the materials that will be used and because of how busy construction companies are anticipated to be this year.However, the bids came in 10 percent under budget and Thomas said he was happy with the quality of the contractors who bid on the project. "It's probably the best we could ever expect," he said. Other bids, which were opened last week, included Hagerman Construction Corp., Fort Wayne, base amount of $19.61 million; James S.Jackson Co., Bluffton, base amount of $20.48 million; and Gibson Lewis LLC, Mishawaka, base amount of $20.6 million.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Mentone Discusses Flooding Problem

MENTONE - Before more development occurs in Mentone, the town council wants to address flooding concerns in the northern part of the town. Monday, James W.Emans of Emans Engineering, Bremen, presented the board with a proposal to find solutions to mitigate the flooding for $4,800.The board approved the contract for Emans to take the next step and research the problem. Emans said there are a couple of county tiles in the area of the flooding.Kosciusko County Dick Kemper told Emans the tile is open and there is no reason to believe it is obstructed.A small amount of rain in a small amount of time can cause flooding, Emans said. In his proposal, he included three ways to address the flooding, each having its own complications.The proposal also includes taking a look at the feasibility of the alternatives and then coming back to the board for discussion.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Couple Serve Together In Bourbon EMS

BOURBON - It's a family affair for Ken and Lee Ann Cretcher when it comes to service as emergency medical technicians (EMTs) for Bourbon's all volunteer ambulance service. The Cretchers are officers in the service; Ken is president and Lee Ann vice president, serving the past two years.It's been a busy term: it was during this time Bourbon purchased an old service station and converted it to house the service's two ambulances and a meeting and training room for the EMTs.State-mandated shower and laundry facilities were added as well as a small kitchen area that could be used in case of widespread power outages or other disasters.Much of the work was done by volunteers, including the Cretchers.
MARILYN GOCHENOUR, Times-Union Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Manchester Superintendent Resigns

NORTH MANCHESTER - After 16 years with Manchester Community Schools, Superintendent Connie S.Curry resigned her position Tuesday at a school board meeting. Her resignation is effective June 30, when she will be reassigned as a consultant for MCS for the 2001-2002 school year.She will resign her position as consultant June 30, 2002. A press release distributed by the school corporation's attorney, Al Schlitt, said: "The board of school trustees of the Manchester Community Schools has determined to engage new leadership for the district.As a result, Connie Curry has agreed to step down as superintendent and serve Manchester as a consultant for the coming year." During her 16 years with MCS, Curry has been principal of Thomas Marshall Elementary School, curriculum director, assistant superintendent and superintendent for 10 years.
LAURA SLOOP, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

YMCA Experiences Growth, Considering Further Expanson

Been to the YMCA lately? If not, you may know others who have, because at the end of February, YMCA membership reached 8,006. That is, according to executive director Tom Garland, an "all-time high in membership, so it's been a hopping place." Asked why there's been so much growth, he said the YMCA offers more and growing programs with a great program staff.Facilities and equipment are upgraded as much as they can be.Much of the membership increase has been because more families are joining the association and the YMCA tries to be as family-oriented as possible. Because of the rapid growth, Garland said, the YMCA is working with the fairgrounds on a parking lot."That's our biggest need," he said.If the new parking lot becomes a reality, the next step, he said, will be to look at the possibility of facilities expansion.It is all part of the YMCA board working on the long-term plans for the organization's growth.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Souder Sees Links Between Narcotics, Immigration, Trade

WINONA LAKE - The American Lyceum Lecture Series opened Friday night with everyone singing "God Bless America." The song took guest speaker U.S.Rep.Mark Souder back to Sept.11, 2001, when he was joined by others on the Capitol steps who sang the same patriotic song in honor of the people killed by the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center Towers in New York and at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. "That day changed our world," Souder said."President Bush and conservative senators not known as internationalists suddenly became just that." Souder was first elected to Congress in 1994 after working for U.S.Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) for 10 years during Coats' tenure in the House and Senate.He is Chairman of the Government Reform Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Policy and Human Resources. His topic, presented in Westminster Hall, was American Foreign Policy and It's Effect on Kosciusko County.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Southern Wells Raids Bourbon

BOURBON - Controlling the ball for 30:13 of the possible 48 minutes Friday, the Southern Wells Raiders had little trouble claiming a regional title.
Anthony [email protected] | July 28, 2016

Valley Scores TRC Win

AKRON - Confidence, third-year Tippecanoe Valley football coach Jeff Shriver said, is contagious.
Dale [email protected] | July 28, 2016

Tigers Drop NLC Opener

PLYMOUTH - Warsaw Community High School football coach Phil Jensen and his staff knew exactly what the Plymouth Rockies were going to do Friday night.
Dale [email protected] | July 28, 2016

Tigers Rally Late To Win

First-year Wawasee High School baseball coach Jeff Phillips wanted to take his chances with Warsaw sophomore Blayke Kauffman.
Dale [email protected] | July 28, 2016

Moore Catching The State's Eye

When Warsaw's boys basketball team plays the high school alma mater of Governor Mitch Daniels Saturday night, Nic Moore will be on a political campaign stop of his own.
Dale [email protected] | July 28, 2016
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